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Blue Mist Bar-B-Q in Asheboro, NC

Barbecue Anchors Randolph County Food Scene

Asheboro's food scene will leave your taste buds tingling from options such as a glass of chardonnay, a rich barbecue sauce or a homemade spread of preserves, which are all made with your palate in mind. Zimmerman’s Vineyards Take in scenic views of the Uwharrie Mountains at Zimmerman's Winery in Trinity. The winery, which opened on June 1, 2007, is Randolph County's first commercial winery. Even though the winery has only been around a few years, the land's history dates from the 1800s,... Read More »
Asheboro, NC's Downtown Farmers Market

Fresh Food Is Easy To Find in Randolph County

When Phillip Crawford noticed that the grocery chain he worked for switched from fresh-cut to prepackaged meats, he saw a business opportunity. “People like buying meat that’s cut fresh exactly how they want it,” Crawford says. “They enjoy getting special cuts and being able to buy their meat fresh daily instead of buying a lot and freezing it. That’s something you can’t do much anymore.” So Crawford and his business partner, Kevin Hill, launched Asheboro Fresh Cuts Butcher & Seafood Market... Read More »
Zimmerman Vineyards in Randolph County, NC

Fine Wine at Asheboro's Zimmerman Vineyards

Set among Asheboro’s Uwharie Mountains, Zimmerman Vineyards provides visitors with a unique vineyard experience. The first commercial vineyard in Randolph County, Zimmerman Vineyards opened its doors to the public in 2007. This family-owned business offers affordable wine tastings on Saturdays and Sundays, during which visitors can try five different wines and receive a souvenir glass for $5. Wine lovers can even receive discounts on wine cases at the vineyard. While Zimmerman’s... Read More »